8TH GRADE RETREAT 2018 YMCA CAMP SURF (Imperial Beach, CA) October 29 - November 1, 2018
What’s 8th grade retreat? This is an opportunity for students and teachers to bond, build community, and participate in a variety of activities. The teachers and students definitely look forward to this event, and we know that it will be an experience that our students will remember for many years to come. This year, we will be having the retreat at YMCA Camp Surf in Imperial Beach, CA. The 8th grade retreat focuses on building a strong community through team building and collaborative activities. While at retreat, your child will have many outdoor activities planned including: Field Day, Staff vs. Student kickball game, ropes courses, surfing and boogie boarding (with instructors!), kayaking and more.
Why October? We, as an 8th grade teaching team, feel strongly about creating a supportive whole-grade community for students as they journey through their final year of middle school. Having retreat early in the school year allows new connections to be made and old friendships strengthened across teaching teams.
What is the cost? The cost for the retreat will be $220 per child. This cost includes all meals, lodging, use of the facilities, and all activities.We are able to collect payments for retreat beginning in June of 2018. Please provide cash or a check made out to “HTMMA”, with “8th grade retreat” in the memo section of the check.
Can I pay now? Yes, but you can also wait until next school year. We ask how much each family is able to contribute now in order to plan fundraisers and lock-ins for next school year.
Does every kid get to go? Of course! Regardless of ability to pay, all students will have the opportunity to attend 8th grade retreat.
How are you getting there? We will be utilizing family drivers - if you would like to volunteer to drive students either TO retreat or HOME from retreat, please fill out the driver survey linked below. Ms. Hrycyk will contact you during September in order to ensure that all necessary paperwork is registered with Ms. Naiby. Driver Survey
I have more questions - who do I contact? Ms. Hrycyk is taking the lead on 8th grade retreat! She can be reached at [email protected].